Abstract

We described selected physical and physiological characteristics in women college volleyball players and compared the varsity and junior varsity groups.Within the limitations of the sample, the comparisons revealed similarities for the variables examined. This could be because the two groups had almost identical conditioning programs. Comparisons with other studies of volleyball players suggest that these subjects may represent college women volleyball players in general. Based on the findings and conclusions of this study, we should consider the striking differences in physical and physiological factorsamong sports teams, because this supports the hypothesis that physical and physiological fitness factors are unique for various athletes and athletic teams. Team physicians, athletic trainers, exercise physiologists, and coachescould use these data to maximize the fitness qualities in athletes and help determine playing positions. Verf.-Referat